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Police in Nimba County have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of carrying out violent attacks on commercial motorcyclists around Ganta City. Authorities say he was caught during an attempted robbery and has confessed to multiple attacks.

Liberia has introduced a new set of license plates for vehicles, motorcycles, and tricycles, featuring enhanced security elements, color coding, and a clear classification system. The Ministry of Transport says the initiative will strengthen law enforcement, improve road safety, boost revenue, and promote transparency in the transport sector.

A man has been arrested in Nimba County following allegations that he engaged in a sexual act with a goat in Graie Town, Electoral District #9. Police say the suspect is in custody as investigations continue into the disturbing incident.

A six-month-old baby reported missing in Lower Margibi has been found dead, and police have arrested the prime suspect in Nimba County. Authorities say the infant was last seen with her father before disappearing.

President Joseph Boakai has launched the construction of a permanent Justice Complex on Capitol Hill, a project aimed at cutting millions of dollars in annual rental costs and housing the Ministry of Justice and key security agencies under one roof.

The Liberian government has acknowledged an error in President Joseph Boakai’s State of the Nation Address, admitting that road statistics were misquoted. Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah says the mistake has been corrected and updated on the Executive Mansion’s official platforms, reaffirming the government’s commitment to transparency and accuracy.

“You cannot cook coal tar. You cannot feed a child a blueprint.” ANC Leader Alexander Cummings challenges the government’s claims of recovery, saying Liberia’s real progress should be measured by full stomachs, safe communities, and dignified work, not just economic reports.

President Joseph Boakai has outlined his administration’s progress in the 2026 State of the Nation Address, citing economic growth, over 70,000 jobs created, school renovations, expanded social programs, and governance reforms, while pledging continued action to deliver results for Liberians under the ARREST Agenda.

Former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor thanks Liberians and leaders nationwide for their support and prayers following the passing of her son, Charles Neilson Phillip Taylor. Details of the interment will be shared soon.

The Margibi Circuit Court has convicted Nigerian national Prince Okeke and sentenced him to 15 years in prison for his role in smuggling over 8kg of heroin through RIA. The case marks a significant victory for the LDEA and sends a strong message against transnational drug trafficking.